Logistics Column No. 11: What is "Kaizen" in Logistics?

The Zebra TC22 / TC27 is a business-use smartphone.

The Zebra TC22 / TC27 is a business-grade Android device designed to take on competition. It is the third generation of the highly acclaimed TC2x series provided by an industry leader in enterprise mobility. It offers all the features necessary to compete with businesses of all sizes. With the latest mobility features, it significantly enhances productivity and the quality of customer service. It provides dedicated accessories that make every task easier, offering these capabilities at a smartphone-like usability and price.

• Mobile phones, PHS, data communication cards
• PDAs and handheld terminals
• Other PCs and OA equipment

Attached to one book! A wearable barcode scanner that supports logistics.

The Zebra RS6100 is an ultra-lightweight and robust ring scanner that is convenient for mobile use. Wearable scanner with the highest comfort - Weighs only 170g and has a compact size of 74mm x 54mm - Less than half the weight and size of the conventional RS6000 - A wide range of accessories available for comfortable wear even during long shifts

• Fixed-mount barcode reader
• Handheld barcode reader

The Zebra ET80 is slim and lightweight! It allows for flexible work tailored to your business needs.

- The ET80 is over 35% thinner and 20% lighter than major competing 2-in-1 products with the same screen size, making it easy to carry. - Equipped with a high-durability keyboard for use as a laptop. - Features a 12-inch 3:2 aspect ratio screen that is easy to see for "any business," suitable for indoor, outdoor, and direct sunlight conditions. - The touchscreen can be operated even when wet or while wearing gloves. - Supports facial recognition with Windows Hello! An optional fingerprint reader can be added for two-factor authentication.

• Notebook PC
• PDAs and handheld terminals
• Other PCs and OA equipment

The Zebra ET40 / ET45 is an Android tablet equipped with features that allow you to start operations immediately upon arrival.

The Zebra ET40 / ET45 is an Android tablet designed for business use. It is slim and lightweight with a consumer model-like style, yet it possesses the durability to withstand business demands. It is highly durable and fully designed for professional use, functioning even when dropped, used in sub-zero environments, or exposed to water. You can choose the screen size. There is an 8-inch model that is easy to carry and a 10-inch model that is easy to read even with information-dense applications. Enterprise-class scanning capabilities. The fastest wireless connectivity. Multi-year lifecycle. Powerful new communication options. Zebra's proprietary Mobility DNA tools enhance every aspect. With the ET40/ET45, you can obtain everything you need to smoothly conduct your business at a reasonable price.

• Notebook PC
• PDAs and handheld terminals

A super lightweight and sturdy barcode scanner that can be attached to a single book and is convenient for carrying.

The Zebra RS5100 is an ultra-lightweight and rugged ring scanner that is convenient for mobile use. It is designed for use in warehouses and distribution centers. Its compact body ensures comfort during operation. It offers class-leading scanning performance, capturing all types of barcodes instantly. It features a more robust design than competing devices and is equipped with numerous functions that provide the best versatility and flexibility.

• Fixed-mount barcode reader
• Handheld barcode reader

The Zebra L10 series is a durable, high-performance Android tablet for various types of business use.

A truly robust multifunctional tablet platform The Zebra L10's high durability platform sets the standard for office, vehicle, and field-based computing, offering a variety of tablet configurations and a shared accessory ecosystem. Traditional tablet form (XSlate) Tablet equipped with a rugged handle and built-in barcode reader (XPad) A 2-in-1 alternative to laptops that can withstand large data input (XSlate equipped with keyboard and KickStrap accessory) With any type of Zebra L10 tablet, mobile workers are guaranteed the best tools for their tasks. Only Zebra can provide such a wide range of performance, security, connectivity, and accessory options in a single high-durability mobile computing platform!

• Notebook PC
• PDAs and handheld terminals

The Zebra WS50 is the world's smallest enterprise-class Android wearable mobile computer.

A full-size mobile computer equipped with all the key features of an Android wearable computer. ● Connects immediately with field staff through PTT (Push-to-Talk) and task management applications, improving convenience and management. ● A list mount model with a 13MP camera, ideal for small barcode scanning and photo capture. ● The industry-standard mobile OS, Android, provides a reliable platform for the future. ● A 2-inch AMOLED color display offers bright and excellent readability with wide viewing angles. ● Built-in audio features with a speaker and microphone enable instant voice communication for users. ● Compatible with major Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) systems to manage mobile devices in use on a single screen. ● Automate workflows with programmable buttons for functions like PTT, navigation, scanning, and photo capture.

• PDAs and handheld terminals

The MC3330R is an RFID handheld reader that adopts the Android platform and can read IC tags instantly and accurately.

The MC3330xR RFID reader/writer built-in handheld terminal adds RFID tag reading capabilities to Zebra's handheld terminals, which have a wealth of experience in industries such as manufacturing and logistics. By utilizing a management tool specialized for business with Android OS and collecting and managing information through RFID tags, it achieves digital transformation (DX).

• Handheld barcode reader
• IC tag reader/writer
• PDAs and handheld terminals

RFID reader/writer capable of connecting with various devices through wireless functionality.

Features of RFD40 Premium / RFD40 Premium Plus Thread The RFD40 UHF RFID Premium / Premium Plus Thread is equipped with Wi-Fi 6 functionality. It enables wireless device management, allowing for firmware and settings upgrades. With Bluetooth 5.3 and NFC tap-to-pair, connecting to current and future Zebra mobile computers and smartphones, as well as third-party smartphones and tablets, has never been easier.

• IC tag reader/writer

Zebra RFD90 ultra-high durability UHF RFID thread is an RFID reader/writer that performs well in harsh environments.

The Zebra RFD90 is designed to withstand harsh environments, featuring ultra-high rugged threads that are dustproof, splash-proof, and waterproof, and have been tested to operate even after falling from a height of 1.8 meters onto a concrete surface. It boasts an extremely wide operating temperature range of -20°C to 55°C. The Zebra RFD90 enables rapid inventory checks with its reading range using RFID technology.

• IC tag reader/writer

The Theta series is a cost-effective business printer that can print labels and tags with high-speed printing.

The Theta720 Type III / Theta730 Type III label printers for business use are ideal for manufacturing, logistics, and transportation industries. With a robust structure, they can withstand long-term use in professional environments! The paper transport path is made of metal, ensuring high durability and a reliable design. The operation via a full-color touch panel is intuitive, enhancing work efficiency.

• Printer

The "Mechanical Stitching Method" by Nichinichisui Road Machinery Co., Ltd. is a new technique that allows for the repair of metal cracks without the application of heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, cracks are physically removed, and repairs are made without affecting the base material with heat. Repairs can be carried out in environments where open flames cannot be used. Since no heat is applied, the disassembly of equipment is minimized. ◎ For more details, please contact us. ◎ If a detailed technical explanation is needed, please contact us.

The "Mechanical Stitching Method" by Nichinichisui Road Machinery Co., Ltd. is a new technique that allows for the repair of metal cracks without the application of heat. By using special bolts and reinforcement plates, cracks are physically removed, and repairs are made without causing any thermal impact on the base material. Repairs can be carried out in environments where open flames cannot be used. Since no heat is applied, the disassembly of equipment is minimized. ◎ For more details, please contact us. ◎ If a detailed technical explanation is needed, please contact us.

Parking space management refers to the real-time display of parking availability and the management of efficient use of parking spaces. By utilizing Hotron's sensors, drivers can quickly discover available parking spaces, enabling efficient parking lot operations. For large parking lots, we recommend the "Floor Management Method" and "Block Management Method," which focus on cost reduction. Sensors are installed at regular intervals to count and manage the number of passing vehicles. This method offers the advantages of easy installation and low costs. 【Target Products】 - Vehicle Count Sensor CCS2 - Ultrasonic Sensor HM-UX2/UW2 For smaller facilities, we recommend the "Parking Space Management Method," where sensors are installed in each parking space to display availability with high accuracy. By providing reliable occupancy information, this method helps reduce unnecessary entry of new vehicles and ensures safe parking lot operations. 【Target Products】 - Occupancy Detection Sensor HM-UX2/UW2 - Occupancy/Pass Detection Sensor HM-LC6 - Occupancy Detection Sensor HM-LC7/LC7-FLS - Occupancy/Pass Detection Sensor HM-S6 - Occupancy Detection Sensor HM-S8

In facilities operating nurse call systems, we have made bed exit sensors wireless, allowing them to notify in conjunction with the nurse call system. By simply connecting the mat sensor "Foldable Thin Matt-kun," the body movement call "Ugo-kun," and the wheelchair body movement call "Ayumi-chan" to the transmitter HB-RS, you can make the bed exit sensors wireless. The infrared sensor "Just Place Pole-kun" has the transmitter HB-RS built-in. 【Features】 ○ Wireless conversion by simply connecting existing sensors to the transmitter HB-WSK. ○ Bed exit sensors wirelessly notify in conjunction with the nurse call system. ○ Up to 5 transmitters can be registered with a single receiver. ○ The communication distance between the transmitter and receiver is approximately 10 meters. ◎ For more details, please contact us or download the catalog.

Features: ● Equipped with Intel Core Ultra 5 125H/Ultra 7 155H・155U ● DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM x2 slots (up to 96GB) (sold separately) ● LVDS x1, eDP x1, DP x1, HDMI x1 ● LAN x3, SATA 6Gb/s x1, 8-bit GPIO ● USB 3.2 Gen2 x2, USB 2.0 x4 ● M.2 2280 M-Key x1 (PCIe 4.0 [x4]/SATA), M.2 3052 B-Key x1, M.2 2230 E-Key x1 ● DC 9~36V input * Heat spreader and fan-equipped heat sink sold separately GENE-MTH6-FAN: Fan-equipped heat sink GENE-MTH6-HSP: Heat spreader * Memory, storage, and OS are sold separately.